This new offering from T-Mobile bundles together multimedia features, social networking capabilities and remarkable Microsoft services. The company has revealed the launch of the HTC HD7 smartphone which is powered with the Windows Phone 7 OS.
Fitted with a 4.3-inch touchscreen, the device flaunts Windows Phone Hubs feature which puts forth a culmination of apps, services and content into a single view. Users can share and sync their contacts, music and games with utmost ease. Owners can immerse themselves in several interesting elements. The phone comes equipped with action-packed apps like Netflix, T-Mobile TV, Slacker Radio, Xbox Live and Zune.
“By delivering the largest screen available on a Windows Phone, T-Mobile is offering a top-notch smartphone entertainment experience,†commented Paul Cole, vice president, product management, T-Mobile USA. “With deep integration of entertainment brands, social networking capabilities and rich Microsoft services, the HTC HD7 intelligently brings together information and experiences that matter to customers all in a bold, sophisticated design.â€
Featuring a wide virtual keyboard, the HTC HD7 captivates many with Microsoft Exchange e-mail, calendar and Office Hub which includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, OneNote and SharePoint Workspace. Sporting a handy kickstand, the solution is capable of delivering speedy mobile broadband network.
Jason Mackenzie, president, HTC America, quoted, “With its huge, vibrant display, high quality sound and built-in kickstand, the HTC HD7 smartphone is the ultimate device to enjoy the outstanding entertainment services made possible by Windows Phone 7. With the HTC HD7 smartphone, HTC and T-Mobile are once again coming together to deliver an outstanding smartphone experience to wireless consumers looking for both entertainment and productivity.â€
The mobile data experience is enhanced with the incredible Qualcomm 1GHz Snapdragon processor. The connectivity factor is amplified with GPS functionality which offers turn-by-turn navigation using TeleNav GPS Navigator. Apart from Internet Explorer 8, the offering houses 16GB storage space and a vibrant 5MP camera with auto-focus and dual LED flash.
“T-Mobile has been a strong supporter of Windows Phones and we are pleased to continue our partnership with Windows Phone 7,†said Andy Lees, president of the Mobile Communications Business at Microsoft Corp. “T-Mobile has a deep understanding of its customers, and we’re thrilled to bring Windows Phone 7 to market on its network.â€
Users can capture HD videos and benefit from T-Mobile Family Room function which enables them to stay connected with friends and family. Users can effortlessly write on a virtual chalkboard and intuitively add shared calendar events for their Family Room group. The sharing experience is augmented since users can share images easily and alert themselves with real-time notifications about a family members post.
The HTC HD7 is expected to hit the U.S. market shelves from mid-November onwards.